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Parker Calender Events Happening around Parker Parker Oktoberfest Grab your beer and lederhosens

TABLE OF CONTENTS

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Relay for Life

Race for the American Cancer Society

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Barker Days The Dog Days of Summer are back

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Chours Line Inspire Creative and Parker Arts presents

Art to the Rescue Friday September 7th

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2018 Muckfest Fun in the mud!

OFFICE MANAGER BECKY NARLINGER

Ride, Run, Walk, or Volunenteer

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Night of Intrigue A Fundraiser for Parker Arts

SALES DIRECTOR KAYCE ARTHUR

Local Parker Business Spotlight Interior Delights

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EDITORIAL TIFFANY GRIZZLE

Local Parker Business Spotlight Parker Optical

Bookends With Pam and Becky Local Author Spotlight The Perfect Blindside and Mister B

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PUBLISHER MIKE WAID

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Tour De Cure

Local Parker Business Spotlight Mother Cutters

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GRAPHIC DESIGNER BRANDON CAHILL

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PARKEREVENTS

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SEPTEMBER 2018 SEPTEMBER 7 First Friday Art Walk Downtown Parker 5:00pm-8:00pm www.downtownparker.com SEPTEMBER 7 Art to the Rescue PACE Center All Day www.driftersheartsofhope.org SEPTEMBER 8 Tour de Cure Colorado Salisbury Park All Day diabetes.org SEPTEMBER 8 Barker Days H2O’Brien Pool 9:00am-3:00pm parkerrec.com SEPTEMBER 8 Lessons & Lemonade Kristin Paulson – Pastels Hobby Lobby Class 1 9:30am-11:00am, Class 2 11:15am-12:45pm parkerartistsguild.com/ youth-workshops SEPTEMBER 8 Cosplay Douglas County Libraries Parker 2:00pm-4:00pm DCL.org 5

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SEPTEMBER 8 Movies in the Park – The Emoji Movie O’Brien Park 6:00pm-11:00pm www.parkerchamber.com SEPTEMBER 9 Joyful Celebration Joy Lutheran Church 11:30am www.JoyLC.org SEPTEMBER 14-16 Parker Oktoberfest O’Brien Park Friday 6pm-11pm, Saturday 1am-11pm & Sunday 10am-2pm www.coloradoculture.org/ oktoberfest SEPTEMBER 15 MuckFest MS Salisbury North 9:00am MuckFestMS.com

SEPTEMBER 22 Movin’ & Groovin’ Family Video Challenge Screening Douglas County Libraries Parker 3:00pm-5:00pm DCL.org SEPTEMBER 28 Downtown Wine Walk Downtown Parker 5:00pm-8:00pm www.parkerchamber.com SEPTEMBER 29 Relay For Life O’Brien Park 2:00pm-8:00pm relay.acsevents.org FIND MORE EVENTS ONLINE AT SEARCHPARKER.COM

SEPTEMBER 22 Hilltop “Back to School” Open House Hilltop School – 5748 Flintwood Road 10:00am-3:00pm www.parkeronline.org

Do you have an upcoming community event in Parker? If so, go to SearchParker.com and submit it for inclusion in our calendar!

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Hold on to your Lederhosen, it’s time for the 12th Annual Parker Oktoberfest!

This annual fundraising event is hosted by the Council of Arts, Science and Culture (CASC), benefitting local art and science projects within the Parker area. Oktoberfest’s German themed culture, entertainment, food and music draws between 15,000 – 25,000 participants to Parker annually. The event, which began in 2002, has become one of the largest events in Parker, second only to the Chamber of Commerce’s annual Parker Days celebration.

Parker’s Oktoberfest will host over 50 vendors, including three of Denver’s top German and Bavarian bakeries and Stryia.

Enjoy live German music on the main stage, a Biergarten featuring presenting partner, Paulaner, Noch ein Bier, bitte!

Sign up to compete in some hilarious beer-relay games, or just relax and play some lawn games while enjoying a Schnitzel and a cold brew.

There are a few new additions to the program this year, including a German themed techno dance party Friday and Saturday night, and a “Grimm Weekend” featuring vignettes and special appearances from Grimm fairytale characters throughout the entire weekend. Watch actors compete for “The King’s Favor” a play about a contest between characters to win the King’s scroll. There’s also the

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hilarious Dachshund races and the quest to be crowned Ms. Oktoberfest in the pageant held Saturday afternoon.

Admission to this family-friendly, German-themed festival is FREE, and the event includes all the fun and games (and Biergartens) for adults as well as a kids area for the little one to enjoy activities and games provided by Oktoberfest sponsors.

Come for a evening or come back each day to play at the 12th Annual Parker Oktoberfest celebration in O’Brien Park.

Prost!

Parker Oktoberfest Sponsors include: Council of Arts, Science & Culture, Health One Sky Ridge Medical Center, Denver Dachshunds Rescue & Transport, Jennifer MatthewsFreedman – Allstate, Danielle Shannon Agency – Allstate, Peak Accounting, Paulaner and Bonne Bella Boutique.

The 12th Annual Parker Oktoberfest Friday, September 14th, 6:00pm-11:00pm Saturday, September 15th, 10am -11:00pm Sunday, September 16th, 10:00am-2:00pm For more information go to www.coloradoculture.org

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In May of 1985, Dr. Gordon “Gordy” Klatt walked and ran for 24 hours round and round a track at the University of Puget Sound in Tacoma, Washington, to help raise awareness and much needed funds in order to help save lives from cancer. Over thirty years later, Relay For Life events have become the signature fundraiser for the American Cancer Society, with more than 5,200 volunteers coordinating events in 27 countries around the world. On Saturday, September 29th, from 2pm-8pm at O’Brien Park in Parker, you can be a part of Southeast Denver’s Relay for Life, and a part of something so much bigger than yourself.

The Relay For Life is a team-fundraising event in which participants take turns walking a track or designated path, with a teammates collectively walking throughout the duration of the 6-24 hour event. The design of this event is significant, with one teammate constantly on the course, members of Relay for Life teams are a reminder that “cancer never sleeps” and those fighting this disease don’t stop because they are tired – and for one day &/or night, neither do those raising funds for a cure with Relay for Life. All money raised goes towards their overall team fundraising goal.

This year’s event will kick off with the Opening Ceremony at 2:00pm, honoring all those affected by cancer and everyone who has contributed to the success of this year’s event. At 4:00pm, the Survivor/Caregiver walk will commence. These participants are the heart soul of the Relay For Life events. It doesn’t matter if survivors were diagnosed 10 days ago or 10 years ago, everyone in attendance will gather to cheer them on as they take to the course. At 7:00pm, the beautiful Luminaria Ceremony will begin. A luminara will be lit for every person touched by cancer, with each light representing a life. A life of a cancer survivor, a light to support those fighting the battle and a light for those who have fought valiantly

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but, sadly, have lost that battle. Closing Ceremonies will commence at 8:00pm, celebrating what everyone involved in Relay for Life has accomplished together and committing to continue to take action in the fight to rid the world of cancer.

Thirty years ago, the $27,000 Gordy Klatt raised and the more than 83 miles he covered paved the way for what has grown into the Relay for Life, which has continued, year after year, raising funds for cancer research. Sadly, Dr. Klatt passed away several years ago from heart failure after battling stomach cancer, but his idea has helped shaped a movement that has since become a global event, raising over $5 billion dollars and bringing survivors and supporters together to form a support network like no other.

Cancer has tragically managed to get its grips on us all. Whether you’ve had a loved one battle this tenacious disease or you’ve faced it yourself, being a part of Relay For Life helps brings everyone together to fight the same fight. Join a team! Create a team! Volunteer! Donate! Cancer never sleeps, so neither can those fighting to find a cure - go to relay.acsevents.org and join the fight!

2018 Relay For Life Saturday, September 29th O’Brien Park 10795 Victorian Drive in Downtown Parker 2pm-8pm relayforlife.org/secco

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The Dog Days of Summer are back again

It’s time for Barker Days!

H2O’Brien Pool goes to the dogs and allows our four legged family members to paddle around a bit and have some fun when Parker Recreation presents Barker Days 2018, with Murdoch’s Ranch and Home Supply, on Saturday, September 8th.

This exciting Parker Parks and Recreation event welcomes hundreds of dogs with their owners To the pool and features a temporary dog park in the O’Brien Park ball field and dogrelated vendors.

One of Parker’s most loved annual events lets dogs take a dip in the pool (which is closed to humans for the season and neutralized to be dogfriendly), chase balls and Frisbees on the baseball field, strut their stuff on the agility course, hang out with fellow furry friends and rub noses with dogrelated service and product providers.

A separate play area will be provided for small dogs that prefer to play with pooches their own size.

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In order to ensure a fun and safe event, owners are asked to follow certain guidelines. All dogs must be accompanied by an adult 18 years or older. Dogs must wear current rabies and ID tags at all times, which will be checked at the event entrance. New this year, Barker Days is an off-leashonly event; owners are expected to use leash for arrival and departure only.

View a complete list of guidelines at www.ParkerRec.com\BarkerDays.

Registration for Barker Days is $6 per pre-registered, Parker-resident dog and $8 for pre-registered, non-residents; their humans are free. Walk-up registration will begin at 11 a.m. and will be accepted based on capacity. Walk-up cost is $8 per resident dog and $10 per non-resident dog. Owners can register their pups online at www.ParkerRec. com\BarkerDays. Pre-registration closes on September 6th at 5 p.m. For additional event information, contact Meagan at 303.805.3274 or email mnakashima@parkeronline.org.

Don’t let the kiddos be the only ones that have a blast in the pool this summer - bring your tail-waggers to H2O’Brien for one of Parker’s favorite events!

Parker Recreation would like to thank their 2018 Title Sponsor: Murdoch’s Ranch & Home Supply. Thanks also to Gold and Silver Level Banner Vendors: Animal Care Center of Castle Pines, Animal Emergency & Specialty Center, Camp Bow Wow, Essential Pet, Heritage Pet, Parker Center Animal Clinic (PCAC), Triumphant Canine Dog Training, Come Sit Stay, Diamond Pet Food, Indigenous Pet Products and Journeys Mobile Veterinary Services.

2018 Barker Days September 8th, 2018 H2O’Brien Pool & O’Brien Park 9:00am-3:00pm

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Seeing a magnificent musical, live and on stage, offers the audience an opportunity to see spectacles of incredible talent and hear musical performances that stay with them long after the final curtain closes. What we don’t see is all the blood, sweat and tears that have been poured into the production.

Inspire Creative and the Parker Arts present a musical that captures just that when A CHORUS LINE comes to the PACE Center this fall.

Giving the audience a true picture of what it’s like to be in the theatre: at times glamorous, but at the same time, heartbreakingly tough, and sometimes even tragic, A Chorus Line will break audiences’ hearts and bring them to their feet with the stories of dancers surviving

the audition process, vigorous rehearsals and a show-stopping show finale.

With music by Marvin Hamlisch, lyrics by Edward Kleban and a book by James Kirkwood Jr., a Chorus Line originally opened at the Shubert Theatre on Broadway in 1975 and was the longest running production in Broadway history, until it was surpassed by Cats in 1997. It held the title of longest running musical originally produced in the United States until it was surpassed by Chicago in 2011. It remains the 7th longest running Broadway show ever and was adapted as a film in 1985. This American classic received twelve Tony Award nominations, winning nine; as well as winning the 1976 Pulitzer Prize for Drama.

Don’t miss the opportunity to see the spectacle of A Chorus Line up close and personal, when it comes to the stage at the PACE Center beginning September 28th and running through October 14th. Show times vary, with a special priced matinee show available. Tickets start at just $29! Get your tickets now to see one of Broadway’s best productions, right here in Parker!

For showtimes and tickets, go to parkerarts.org

*PARENTAL ADVISORY: This musical contains strong adult language, frank content regarding sexuality, and themes that might be found in an R-Rated film.

Inspire Creative is an artist directed, non-profit arts organization with a heart to encourage individuals to discover their artistic talents, develop them in a safe atmosphere that encourages growth rather than ego and provides them with opportunities to use those talents through exceptional performances, service, training and community.

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ART TO THE RESCUE Art to the Rescue benefits one of the state’s largest and most loved horse rescue organizations, Drifter’s Hearts of Hope. A 501c3 non profit organization committed to saving slaughter-bound horses and providing opportunities for special needs youth in Colorado, Drifter’s Hearts of Hope was started just four years ago by a very special little girl named Bella, her mom Jean and horse woman Jacqui Avis, after Bella had a life changing experience with very special rescue horse named Drifter.

In just four short years, this organization has saved more than 320 horses from slaughter. Most of the horses saved by the rescue are purchased at livestock auctions where they are sold by the pound. The vast majority of horses at these livestock auctions are bought by “kill buyers” to be trucked out of the country so they can be slaughtered and sold as horse meat, for both human and animal consumption. Through the use of an army of volunteers and an expert horse trainer, the horse rescue is able to rehabilitate, train and, ultimately through sophisticated marketing efforts, re-home these horses with buyers who are vetted to ensure they will give the animals the care they deserve.

In addition to benefiting horses, Drifter’s Hearts of Hope also provides young people with disabilities an opportunity to support the rescue and horses by making heart-shaped horse cookies that are sold in area feed stores. These young people also attend special events throughout the year at the King of Hearts Ranch where Drifter’s Hearts of Hope is located. At the ranch they are able to interact with, and learn about the rescue’s many horses.

Art to the Rescue, a landscape and equine-themed art exhibition and sale benefitting Drifter’s Hearts of Hope, kicks

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off with a gala on September 7th, 2018, at the PACE Center. Featured artists come from across the country and will include Carl Bretzke, Sophy Brown, Andy Evansen, Ernie Gallegos, Terry Gardner, Stephanie Hartshorn, Quang Ho, Amy Laugesen, Billyo O’Donnell, Karen Roehl, Jill Soukup, Wayne Salge, Kate Starling, and John Taft.

The exhibition, curated by Rose Fredrick, curator of the Coors Western Art Show & Sale, goes much deeper than simply exploring a theme. “I grew up riding and have always revered horses for their grace and athleticism, so I am thrilled to pull together a show that will benefit horse rescue,” Fredrick said.

“In fact, all of these artists were happy to make time in their schedules for this terrific cause.”

Tickets for the Art to the Rescue Gala can be purchased at parkerarts.org and include admission to the event, a catered buffet dinner and open bar. An evening filled with nationally and internationally recognized artists and their work, a lovely dinner and an amazing cause.

What other reason could you possibly need for an unforgettable evening?

Art to the Rescue benefiting Drifter’s Hearts of Hope Friday, September 7th 5:30pm-9:30pm For tickets, go to parkerarts.org For more details on the event, visit www.driftersheartsofhope.org/art-to-the-rescue.html To learn about the rescue’s work with both slaughter-bound horses and young people like Bella, visit driftersheartsofhope.org

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“Honoring Parker's Lifestyle Through Responsible Growth” Proud sponsor of the Kids Zone at Parker Oktoberfest. September 14th 15th, and 16th at O’Brien Park.

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2018 MuckFest Join in on the fun on Saturday, September 15th, for MuckFest MS, the FUN mud run with awesome obstacles! The 5K course features mountains of mud and 18 obstacles primed to make you fly and climb higher than you've ever gone before.

This event is built for laughs from start to finish, but participants are also on a serious mission to support the life-changing work of the National MS Society.

The 2018 MuckFest MS event series will take place in seven cities throughout the U.S. to help raise funds for those living with multiple sclerosis This year Parker joins Boston, Philadelphia, New Jersey, Detroit, Chicago and Dallas in the fight against MS. MuckFest MS is a 5K mud obstacle course that requires no training and is for any level -- from the beginner to the star athlete. In 2018, MuckFest MS anticipates more than 28,000 participants nationwide mucking it up to help get us to a world free of multiple sclerosis. Registration for the events is now open at www.MuckFestMS.com.

Runners laugh their way through a 5K obstacle course as they slither through the Belly Crawl, jump into the Crash Landing stunt pad, and scale the mighty Mt. Muck-imanjaro. Other obstacles include Tunnel of Love, Spider Web, Shake & Quake, Swing Set, Spill Hill, Flying Muckers, Walk on Water, Skid Mark, Tight Rope, and more. After the event, participants gather in the MuckFestival area to celebrate their efforts out on the course with a free beer or soda. Over 90% of participants run on teams made up of friends, family, and coworkers. The event is free to spectators, and kids have their very own play area, called Lil’ Muckers, where they can splish and splash.

Since MuckFest MS started, participants have raised $28 million for research.

100% of the funds raised goes to the National Multiple Sclerosis Society’s efforts to bring an end to MS and to help those currently living with it. In 2017, more than 32,000 participants raised more than $3 million.

“We come together at MuckFest MS to lift up those who are affected by MS in an enjoyable and purposeful way,” said Liz Strawn, Senior Director of MuckFest MS & Special Events, National MS Society. “Every year we see teams made up of individuals who either have MS or support loved ones that do and can’t help but

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feel inspired by their determination. This event gives participants the opportunity to have fun and directly impact the lives of those living with MS.” Multiple sclerosis is an unpredictable, often disabling disease of the central nervous system that disrupts the flow of information within the brain, and between the brain and body. Symptoms vary from person to person and range from numbness and tingling, to walking difficulties, fatigue, dizziness, pain, depression, blindness and paralysis. The progress, severity and specific symptoms of MS in any one person cannot yet be predicted, but advances in research and treatment are leading to better understanding and moving us closer to a world free of MS. Most people with MS are diagnosed between the ages of 20 and 50, with at least two to three times more women than men being diagnosed with the disease. MS affects more than 2.3 million worldwide.

The Society mobilizes people and resources so that everyone affected by MS can live their best lives. Last year, the Society invested $40 million in MS research with more than 360 active projects around the world. Through its comprehensive nationwide network of services, the Society devoted $100 million to help more than one million people affected by MS connect to the people, information and resources needed. They are united in their collective power to do something about MS now and end this disease forever. Learn more at nationalMSsociety.org.

To join the fight, and get messy doing it, register for MuckFest today at MuckFestMS.com.

2018 MuckFest Saturday, September 15th Salisbury North 9200 Motsenbocker Road Parker, CO 80134 First wave/start time is at 9:00am, and then every 20 minutes until approximately 3:00pm

Champion Bank is pleased to announce the addition of Tish Shade as our Director of Business Development.

Tish comes to the bank with over 25 years of experience in Business Development and client service relations. She will be out and about in the community coordinating sales, managing current client relationships and developing new ones. Champion Bank President, Jason Naugle said of Tish’s hiring, ‘She brings a wealth of customer service experience to this newly created position overseeing every aspect of business development. She will incorporate the true values of a local community bank’” Many of you may be familiar with Tish from her dedication and involvement within the Parker community. Tish currently serves as Program Director for the Cherry Creek Valley Rotary Club. She also sits on several non profit boards including Parker Hospital Foundation, Hide in Plain SightAdvisory Board and Council for Arts, Science and Culture as Board Secretary.

If you are interested in learning more about what Champion Bank has to offer you or your business, please call Tish at: 303-840-8484 or her mobile 720-883-8023 today.

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Tour de Cure On Saturday, September 8th, 2018, the American Diabetes Association (ADA) will host its largest annual fundraiser, Tour de Cure Colorado, at Salisbury Equestrian Park and Sports Complex. The Tour de Cure Colorado is an event where no matter what road you take, you will be joining thousands of people from around the country who have the same passion as you to fight diabetes and its burdens. Choose your distance for the course knowing that, short or long, every mile crossed brings the American Diabetes Association closer to finding a cure for those living with diabetes day in and day out.

Whether you ride, walk, run – there’s something for everyone at Tour de Cure Colorado. All routes, whether short or long, are fully supported with rest stops, SAG vehicles and more.

This year, there are 4 cycling routes (100, 63, 32, and 12 miles), as well as a 5K Run/Walk. Please remember that all cycling participants must wear a helmet. If a minor is participating, the minor is also required to wear a helmet, if riding.

The mission of the ADA is at the heart of everything. Tour de Cure celebrates all people living with diabetes as “Red” participants – Red Riders, Red Striders, Red Ninjas and Red Crew Volunteers. Participants living with type 1 diabetes or type 2 diabetes are celebrated and can be a part of an active and supportive community at Tour de Cure.

Ready to register? Participants are encouraged to form teams with all participant types, skill levels and backgrounds. The Tour de Cure is all-new and is perfect for all abilities. Choose the course that best suits you, your coworkers and friends. Members of your team do not have to sign up for the same activity, so building a team is easy.

You can also join Team Red – the team for everyone who is looking to join others that are passionate about fighting diabetes! The fundraising minimum of $200 applies to all participant types and supports the mission of the American Diabetes Association: to prevent and cure diabetes and to improve the lives of all people affected by diabetes.

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Tour de Cure Colorado is presented by Primal, and sponsored locally by Town of Parker, Parker Adventist Hospital part of Centura Health, Lilly Diabetes, Amazing Moves, Boa, Breckenridge Brewery and CBS Denver. National sponsors of Tour de Cure include Lilly Diabetes and Primal.

To learn more and register to ride, run, walk, ninja, or volunteer please visit www.diabetes.org/coloradotourdecure.

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JOIN US FOR AN ALLURING EVENING OF SURPRISES AND DELIGHT! THIS EXCLUSIVE STAGE DINNER INCLUDES A COCKTAIL HOUR, HORS D’OEUVRES, DINNER, A MYRIAD OF ENTERTAINERS, AND DESSERT.

By Sara Crow

Have you ever read a book and become so deeply captivated by the characters and the plot that you can feel your heart racing as you anticipate what will happen next? Has the memory of a story ever stuck with you for years to come?

Several years ago, I read the book Night Circus and became engrossed in the storyline. There is a part of the story where one of the characters named Chandresh hosts midnight dinners.

Friends and acquaintances alike clamor to get an invitation to one of these dinners due to the extreme passion and artistic nature of each dinner. No one dinner is the same. No one who attends a dinner will ever have the same experience as all dinners are completely different and attendees do not know what to expect when they arrive.

The concept of hosting a Midnight Dinner has been on my bucket list since I read Night Circus. To my delight, as the Cultural Membership Specialist for Parker Arts, this opportunity is coming to life. While the dinner is not at midnight and it might not be as dramatic as the book, we are hosting a unique and exciting fundraiser event called “Night of Intrigue Stage Dinner” on Thursday, Oct. 11 starting at 6:30 p.m.

Dinner will be hosted on the stage at the PACE Center. As you enjoy dinner, the set and props for A Chorus Line will be surrounding the space. This intimate exclusive event starts with hors d’oeuvres from Seasons 52 and a drink in the lobby, followed by dinner from Rory’s Catering (the owner of Rory’s Diner), more drinks, and dessert on the stage.

Throughout the evening numerous entertainers will both awe and impress you. With the book in mind, we have chosen to keep the specific talent under wraps. But we assure you that the fun and laughter will be infectious, the artistic components in the night will invigorate, and the food will be delectable.

The best part is that it will all be for a great cause, as the proceeds of the night will go towards funding Parker Arts’ educational enrichment and outreach programming.

These programs, such as the Honeybee Festival, low-cost student matinees for schools, and accessibility assistance serve thousands of learners of all ages and abilities.

The cost of the event is $125 per person, and a table of eight is $900.

Tickets are limited and can be purchased at www.ParkerArts.org/Fundraiser

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Local Business Spotlight

Discovering local businesses that make our community great!

INTERIOR DELIGHTS

Sarah Fennell - Owner 10970 South Parker Road Unit A12 720-508-4201 interiordelights.net Open Monday-Saturday 10:00-5:00 Closed Sunday

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In the age of everything HGTV’d and dream decor pinned to DIY at some point, we all have visions of what we wish our homes could look like. Why only dream of what your home could look like when Interior Delights, right here in Parker, can help you make it a reality. Interior Delights, which celebrates their one year anniversary this November, is a local boutique specializing in home decor, unique light fixtures, seasonal decor and gifts. They also offer interior design and personal decorating services.

When you walk into the absolutely gorgeous shop, you will immediately be in awe of the immense selection of chandeliers and pendants. As you continue to stroll through, your senses will be overwhelmed with all there is to take in and you won’t be able to help but to be inspired with creative ways to decorate your home. Not only do they have many unique items, but they pull things together in such a way that no matter what you choose, it will all tie together beautifully.

Interior Delights’ style attracts those how love the Farmhouse look as well as French Provincial and Modern Industrial. They’re also the perfect destination for great gifts and seasonal decor! When you visit, be sure to grab one of their Shiplap & Cider or Magnolia & Pine candles; they are divine!

Owner Sarah Fennell knew that right here in Parker was the perfect place to open her home decor boutique. “Parker is my home town. I love the close knit community and the huge support that we receive from our local friends and customers.”

Owning your own business is unquestionably a lot of work, but when you truly enjoy what you do everyday, it makes it that much more rewarding. Sarah echoed those sentiments, “I really and truly love everything about what I do. It’s hard work and it never ends, but the girls that work at Interior Delights are so much fun to work with and we have the best customers! I also really love connecting with my customers on Facebook and Instagram. I always respond to customers on Facebook and try really hard to stay in touch and answer questions right away. I think it’s important to let everyone know how much I appreciate and value them.

They are the heartbeat of our business.”

Next time you’re in need of a little inspiration, and endless, exquisite options, go visit Sarah and her staff and Interior Delights and leave with a little piece of happiness!

PARKER OPTICAL Serving Parker for 27 years

Welcoming Dr. Susan Allen Dr. Susan Allen joins our practice with over twenty years experience in optometry. She has a Bachelor of Science degree in Animal Physiology and Neuroscience from The University of California, San Diego and a Doctorate in Optometry degree from The Southern California College of Optometry. She specializes in family optometry, contact lenses and ocular disease. She is a member of the American Optometric Association and the Colorado Optometric Association.

When Dr. Allen is not in the office, she enjoys cycling, hiking, and stand-up paddle-boarding with her family.

Parker Optical 10841 S. Crossroads Drive #12 Parker, CO 80134 (303) 841-2020 www.parkeroptical.net

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Sherry Fincher, Owner/Partner and Registered Optician 10841 S Crossroads Dr 303-841-2020 parkeroptical.net Open Monday-Friday 9:00am to 6:00pm, Saturdays 8:00am to 1:00pm

Thirty years ago, there were limited options for optical services in Parker.

Sherry Fincher and her husband Bob, who was a master optician, saw a need and decided to open Parker Optical; and they’ve been helping Parker residents see things more clearly ever since! Parker Optical is proudly family owned and operated, which is unique in the optical field. They pride themselves on really getting acquainted with their patients and their families in order to better serve them and their eye care needs and providing the very latest technology at a reasonable price.

and the University of Houston and Dr. Taffy Whiteman, who has over a decade of experience in primary and specialty eye care. Dr. Whiteman brings a wealth of knowledge and clinical expertise to the patient care experience. Lawrence Hensley is an optician and lab specialist who has has been apart of the Parker Optical team since 2016. With experience in Vision Therapy and extensive lab work, Lawrence brings a great deal of knowledge to help patients understand their vision and select the best choice based on their individual needs.

Parker Optical offers exams, lenses, frames, contacts and an in house lab with services including comprehensive eye health exams, contact fitting of all types and training, co-management for laser surgery, and frame styling to compliment your lifestyle. Outside prescriptions are welcome and repairs and soldering are done on site. They also offer a complete finishing lab and in-house Insurance Specialists.

Your eyesight is something that you should never take lightly. Trust the expertise and years of experience of Parker Optical. They have been serving the residents of Parker for three decades, now seeing children and grandchildren of patients that started coming to them when they first opened! Whether it’s a first time visit to see what kind of glasses or contacts you need, your vision is changing and so are your needs or you’re just ready for a change in frames, Parker Optical has the staff and the resources to take care of all your family’s vision needs.

With Sherry’s husband now retired, the staff of Parker Optics now includes Dr. Earl S Voight, medical optometrist and graduate of Ohio State University

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MOTHERCUTTER DESIGN Bonnie Klehm, Owner 19519 E Parker Square Dr, Parker 720-383-8058

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For the last five years, Bonnie Klehm has been a “momtrepenuer,” managing her unique business and her very busy family all under one roof. When the time was right to take her business to its own storefront, there was no other choice but right here in Parker for MotherCutter Design to call home. “We are Parker locals and love all the people and support here.”

MotherCutter Design offers any promotional products you can think of (and maybe some you didn’t think of ), screen printing, vinyl, sublimation as well as the most unique Boutique featuring local Colorado Companies. Stop in the shop and check out unique gifts from merchants including Jiggy Kitty MarketPlace, Ele’s Sooo Good Green Chile, Little Beans Nut Shoppe, J.F.D.I., Jen’s Scraps, B.Nu Soap Co, Calenda Creations and WildRayne Art. “Everything here is unique in its own way. But we have so many people come in just for Ele’s Sooo Good Green Chile and Little Bean’s Beer Roasted Nuts.”

This time of year, lots of team and school spirit wear is a hot commodity. You can pop in with your own design in mind and watch as MotherCutter creates your shirts right in front of you.

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Bonnie, the timing was just right to make that leap. “Working from home was a blessing while my kids grew. I did as much as I could when I could but my business had outgrown my home.

It could not have happened at a better time. I truly feel like everything happens for a reason.” Being her own boss has also afforded Bonnie to do more than just expand her business. “The thing I like most about my business is we can chose to do whatever we are passionate about, including charities. The first day we were open, my customers helped us raise over $700 in donations for the Autistic foundation at the Children’s Hospital.”

There are literally endless options for gifts, gear, decor and more at MotherCutter. If you’re looking to support your kids in the stands, thank a teacher or coach, outfit your office or just find a little something special for a friend or your home, head into MotherCutter and leave with a truly custom creation. Not feeling exactly creative? No problem. Browse all the options online at mothercutterdesign. espwebsite.com or come with ideas from things you’ve pinned online or let MotherCutter share some ideas for your promotional products, team gear or decor and gifts.

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THEBOOKENDS

with Pam & Becky

The Hideaway By: Laura Denton

Sara Jenkins escaped Sweet Bay, Alabama and made a life for herself in New Orleans. She has a thriving antique shop that keeps her very busy. She loves her grandmother who raised her and talks on the phone with her every week at the same time.

However, she is rarely able to find the time to go visit the bed and breakfast that her grandmother, Mags, owns. When Mags suddenly passes away, Sara learns that she has inherited The Hideaway (Mags’ B & B) and the responsibility for all of the old friends that live there. Mags directed Sara to fix up The Hideaway and then decide what she would like to do with the old bed and breakfast. She is forced to stay in Sweet Bay and begin the renovations, but begins to embrace the life she ran away from years before. She begins to unravel the secrets of her grandmother, which completely change her perspective on the eccentric woman.

PAM: This book sounded like a great story and I couldn’t wait to read it! Sara was raised by her grandmother after her parents died in an accident.

She was very embarrassed by her grandmother, Mags, while she was growing up. Mags was known for her unconventional outfits, as well as taking in any “guests” from The Hideaway as permanent residents.

Sara is immersed in her own place of business and does not want to leave it when the attorney calls her to inform her of Mags’ passing. She makes the decision to go for a couple of days, but plans to return to her life quickly. How did you feel about Sara with this first introduction to her character?

BECKY: I was quickly drawn to Mags so my first

impression of Sara was probably a bit tainted. I didn’t go into this story liking Sara who left her grandmother and the sleepy little town as quickly as she could. She made her obligatory phone calls but didn’t visit or really know her grandmother well. As the story progresses I changed my opinion of Sara but Mags was by far my favorite character. Speaking of characters, the people that live at The Hideaway are so entertaining. Did you enjoy this motley crew?

PAM: The residents of The Hideaway are a fun bunch that is just like family. This closeness allows them to just be themselves and speak their minds.

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their own futures. I agree with you about Mags... she was such a fun character. Sara did not appreciate Mags’ unique style and attitude when she was younger. While Sara is renovating The Hideaway, she discovers clues that begin to unravel secrets that will help explain Mags. Did you feel that these clues began to change Sara’s perspective and values?

BECKY: Sara was a busy business woman that kept

her relationships at a safe distance. She wanted to just swoop into town, renovate the old house and get back to her life in New Orleans. She settles into the project and it changes her. She learns more about Mags but also discovers herself in the process. I know it sounds cliche but it was done within a sweet Southern story. What did you think about the man that becomes her love interest and further ties her to this little town?

PAM: I loved this character and I loved that she found someone she could connect with in an unexpected place and time. The fact that they both loved old houses and were on the same page for renovating The Hideaway really tied these two together. After experiencing shallow relationships in the past, Sara felt drawn to Crawford the moment she met him while looking for a local contractor to help with the renovations. Did you feel that Crawford helped her slow down and rediscover herself and her family’s history?

BECKY: Absolutely, he was a small town man that I

don’t think would follow her back to her busy lifestyle in the city. He had a simple way of life that had little unnecessary stress so she couldn’t help but put her guard down. As the renovation is in full swing a local real estate developer causes some stress to this couple and the residents of The Hideaway. Did this situation work out the way you anticipated or were you surprised by the ending?

PAM: I felt that the ending had a little bit of both.

The overall ending was what I was expecting, but the path to get there was not what I had anticipated.

Sara admits to a tendency to shut down and shut others out of her life when things get hard. This contributed to her break in relationship with Mags and threatened to ruin her budding closeness to Crawford. Did you find this frustrating as you were following Sara’s story?

BECKY: It was a little frustrating but I think it made her a more authentic character. She wasn’t someone that I would want to go to lunch with but we can’t love every character.

Join us next month as we read the nonfiction book, A Beautiful Work In Progress by Mirna Valerio. The journey of a runner that transforms from an obese teen to a woman that has multiple long distance runs under her belt.

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LOCAL AUTHOR SPOTLIGHT Mister B: Living With a 98-Year-Old Rocket Scientist by: Lynn Byk with Joseph Byk

When a faithful homemaker makes a home with an old aerospace engineer, a surprising paradigm develops. The 98-year-old stress physicist gains a recalcitrant chauffeur and cook, yet he sets out to teach a few of his own life lessons, namely how to live forever.

The odyssey of Lynn Byk and Joseph Byk became a best-selling historic memoir in 2016 when it was received the Pinnacle Achievement Award. Mister B offers timely subject matter. With middle-age couched between the pillows of quirk and kindness, MISTER B’s confessions roll tide through controversies of old age with a sticky humor that appeals to a variety of social circles.

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The Perfect Blindside by: Leslea Wahl

He’s an egotistical snowboarder with a silver medal. She’s a judgemental honors student with a flair for photography.

Slashed tires....False accusations....A coded text message....When all they can see is each other’s flaws, how can Jake and Sophie work together to figure out what’s really been happening at the abandoned silver mine?

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